The Deputy Commissioner, Tuensang, Lithrongla Tongpi Rutsa (NCS) notified the ban of the following items in Tuensang district with effect from September 1, 2024. (a) All Single-Use Plastic (SUPs) carry bags irrespective of microns. (b) All Single-Use Plastic bottles for water and soft drinks below 1 (one) litre.

The notification has been Issued with a view to eradicate the serious environment and ecological challenges posed by rampant use of single-use plastic and single-use plastic bottles in the district.

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“All individuals, institution / commercial establishments (educational institutions, offices, hotels, shops, restaurants, religious, industrial institutions, banquet halls etc) shall abide by the aforesaid ban and any breach shall be liable for punitive action. A penalty of Rs. 10,000/- for first offence and Rs. 20,000/- for second offence shall be realized from the defaulters and for subsequent offence Permit cancellation shall be imposed,” informed the notification.